Ever able to "gulp" again?

[ForkAndMindy 67]

Hey guys, I know after surgery it's "sip sip sip," but for those of you a year out or more, or anyone more active after the surgery, are you ever able to gulp down your Water again?

[Catherine707 253]

I can drink a cup or so in large swallows, so yes it does get easier over time.

[michelle68 46]

I am 2months out and I can already gulp more than I was able to a few weeks ago.

[ForkAndMindy 67]

Oh man, that's SO reassuring! Lol thank you guys for the input

[Tiny One 223]

While I no longer have to take small sips, Gulping for me is painful & causes hiccups. So no gulping for me. It's been over a year & I still take my time when drinking. And I'm ok with that. Everyone's different.

[healthbound1 69]

I'm 11 weeks out and can gulp now

[Ree 215]

I gulp too but usually not more than 3 gulps at a time. I am 2 months post op.

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

i drink normally now

when the swelling goes down after surgery, you should be back to drinking normal.....however your band or sleeve will let you know if its too much at one time.....

Edited February 24, 2014 by ☠carolinagirl☠

[webbRN78 72]

I'm a year out and "gulp" like I did pre-sleeve. I drink 100-150 ounces of Water a day with no issues. I did struggle with water the first few months after surgery. I had to drink a lot of hot tea. But the further out I got the easier it became.

[scarlet333 386]

Yes, I'm almost a year out and can gulp no problem.

[ForkAndMindy 67]

I'm so relieved! Thank you everyone. That was definitely one of my bigger fears for life post-sleeve. It seems like any time I get scared of have second thoughts, I come on here and EVERYONE is happy w their sleeve! Incredible.

[able2cope 193]

I'm 16 months out and can take three to four gulps no problem - won't chance anything more though without a break

[slocin12 41]

I was glad to see this queston- I am a gulper- this sip, sip it so much work!! Thank you for responses

[sweet_jimjammy 3]

Is 8 days out too soon to be gulping? :s

Was at work today having my HonestAde juice and caught myself gulping it down. Freaked me out....had to remind myself to sip sip it. But I didn't feel any pains afterwards so I don't know if that's a good thing or no...

[devonn 12]

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Edited March 9, 2014 by devonn